Ballistic Energy Loss Calculator

Calculate Energy Loss Over Distance





Formula

To calculate the energy loss over a distance (\(L\)):

\[ E_i - E_f = d \times L \]

Where:

What is Ballistic Energy Loss?

Ballistic energy loss refers to the reduction in kinetic energy of a projectile as it travels through a medium, such as air. This loss of energy is primarily due to factors like air resistance, drag, and other environmental influences that act against the motion of the projectile. Understanding ballistic energy loss is crucial for applications in ballistics, aerospace, and various engineering fields where accurate predictions of projectile behavior are necessary.

Example Calculation 1

Let's assume the following values:

Using the formula:

\[ 1000 - 800 = 100 \times L \implies L = \frac{200}{100} = 2 \text{ J/m} \]

The energy loss per meter is 2 J/m.

Example Calculation 2

Let's assume the following values:

Using the formula:

\[ 1500 - 1200 = 150 \times L \implies L = \frac{300}{150} = 2 \text{ J/m} \]

The energy loss per meter is 2 J/m.